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Auston Matthews’ evolving dominance and Jack Roslovic’s wheels: Monday Morning Leafs Report

Matthews hasn't been launching as many shots as he once did, but the Leafs' captain has been lethal when he lets it fly.

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 10:00 AM
Auston Matthews’ evolving dominance and Jack Roslovic’s wheels: Monday Morning Leafs Report
Key Things to Know
  • Auston Matthews is dominating with fewer shots and more playmaking, tallying 19 points through 13 games.
  • Jack Roslovic ranks third in the NHL with 10 speed bursts of 35 kph or faster.
  • The Maple Leafs' special teams boast a combined 125 percent success rate during a four-game winning streak.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Auston Matthews has recorded 19 points in his first 13 games of the season, adapting his playstyle with increased shooting efficiency and high assist numbers for the Toronto Maple Leafs. His linemate Jack Roslovic has emerged as one of the NHL's fastest skaters, ranking third in the league with 10 bursts of at least 35 kilometers per hour while recording 12 points.

The Maple Leafs have built a four-game winning streak driven by a league-leading penalty kill operating at 95 percent and a power play at 30 percent. Head coach Jim Hiller has also managed the workload of 38-year-old goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky, alternating starts with Anthony Stolarz.

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